Archive for August, 2019
Remember to Brush Your Tongue
You brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss once a day. But have you stopped to think about if you brushed your tongue? Your tongue is an important part of your mouth and should also be cleaned. It is a muscular organ in the oral cavity and accessory organ in the digestive system. Your tongue is made up of muscles, nerves, and blood vessels, each with its own function.
Parts of Your Tongue and Its Functions
Muscles – There are four muscles in the tongue that form the shape of the tongue and help in its movement. The…
What exactly is a post and crown buildup?
Restoring a decayed tooth with crowns are standard dental restoration procedures. A dental crown may be recommended by a dentist when a tooth breaks, weakened by decay, or has large dental fillings. Dental crowns are fixed restorative prosthetics use to restore the function of a damaged tooth to its original shape and size. When placed on a tooth, the crown completely encases the outer surface of the tooth and is situated above the gum line. However, to properly sit a crown, your dentist will often tell you that a post or core buildup…
